Gutter Sense Blog

How to Prevent Roof Ice Dams

How to Prevent Roof Ice Dams

Is a wintertime roof leak on your homeowner Bingo card this year? We hope not, and it’s why we’ve written this article on how to prevent roof ice dams and protect your roof. In it, we will explain what ice dams are, why they...

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Are Gutters Necessary?

Are Gutters Necessary?

Imagine it: it’s late in the afternoon on a hot, humid September day. The air is heavy. You hear the rumble of thunder, and soon the sky opens up with a torrential downpour. Rainwater cascades from the rooftops, pours from the downspouts, and drenches everything in...

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What to Look for When Buying Gutter Cleaning Tools

What to Look for When Buying Gutter Cleaning Tools

There are many wonderful things that come with owning your own home: privacy, the freedom to decorate as you wish, and certain financial and tax advantages. We could go on, but you know what we mean.   There are also downsides, like regular maintenance you can’t just...

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Revamping Gutter Sense: A Journey of Family, Sales & Success

Revamping Gutter Sense: A Journey of Family, Sales & Success

At Gutter Sense, we get excited about things like inventions and entrepreneurship. We say things like “Necessity is the mother of invention,” (attributed to Plato) and “Invention is the most important product of man's creative brain” (credited to Nikola Tesla). One of...

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5 Signs of Clogged Gutters

5 Signs of Clogged Gutters

It’s summer now, which means intense storms in many areas of the country. Sudden storms and downpours can put stress on your gutters, especially if they are clogged. You might not even realize your gutters are clogged, which can spell trouble for your home – like a...

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5 Reasons to Clean Rain Gutters Yourself 

5 Reasons to Clean Rain Gutters Yourself 

Can you say yes to any of the following? I am a weekend warrior.  I will do anything to save a buck.  DIY is my preferred mode for…anything.  I would rather do what my spouse asks than risk his/her wrath.  If yes, this article is for you. If you’re...

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When to Install New Gutters

When to Install New Gutters

Spring is a time for showers, May flowers…and new gutters. Yes, we know – it may not roll off the tongue as smoothly, but it’s certainly true. This article will guide you through everything you need to know about when to install new gutters, when to clean gutters, and...

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How to Safely Clean Gutters

How to Safely Clean Gutters

If you’ve ever been told you’re stubborn, you’ve probably simmered a little bit with resentment. After all, “stubborn” has a bad reputation. There are positives, though. Put more simply, stubborn people get more done.  What does being stubborn have to do with gutter...

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